We have exciting news! Six of the Culver City homes that you helped to build have been completed, and the homeowners have moved in, including our friend Kaoru and her three sons! Read more...
Winter 2017-2018: Plans progressed for the renovation of the church building. The primary focus of the projects included updating the lighting system, painting and a thorough cleaning, necessary as a 21 years of dust, grime, soot, with no significantly upgraded since the reconstruction of the Church after the 1994 Northridge earthquake. Our community moved to the Grand Pavilion and a tent on the Grand Patio for 2 months during the renovation.
Do you know any kids or teenagers that love playing video games, and like to help other people? If so, the Habitat LA Catholic Coalition has a great way for them to make a difference - they can do a virtual Habitat build that can help raise money for Habitat! The funds raised will be used to help build affordable homes for hard-working families in southern California. Learn more...
Scripture Encounter is coming back to St. Monica on August 24 with a seasoned facilitator team, including Glenda Ong. Reflecting on previous years of the bible study, Glenda finds: "every time the participants tell me that our fellowship inspires th...
St. Monica Habitat Ministry partners with Habitat for Humanity of Greater L.A. (Habitat LA), and in particular with the Habitat LA Catholic Coalition. On August 8, the Coalition and Habitat LA celebrated something really great - the start of two new homes in South L.A.! Read more...
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament do with it what you will. Give me only your love and your grace, that is enough for me. - Saint Ignatius of Loyola, 1491-1556
It’s that time of year again—where your story is front-and-center: Volunteer Appreciation! Aug. 9, we will introduce the recipients of this year’s David Hines Volunteer Awards. We also want to share your story, since you are the heartbeat of the par...
Thank you so much to our staff and clergy for working diligently to provide for outdoor opportunities to celebrate the sacraments with our community. To our parishioners, we appreciate your patience and prayers while our Church discerns the best opt...
July 13, 2020 California Governor Gavin Newsom announced new statewide restrictions and the re-closure of indoor church services, which is effective Monday, July 13, 2020. St. Monica is still awaiting additional developments, guidelines, and announc...
Fr. Dave Ayotte began his journey with St. Monica on July 1, moving from a position as Associate Pastor at St. John Eudes in Chatsworth. He is an energetic and engaging presence; Fr. Dave knows what it is like to grow up Catholic in Los Angeles. Whi...
Our Mariner Seniors and 8th Grade Seahawks enjoyed a modified, in-person graduation ceremony this June. We are thrilled to celebrate our wonderful students, who thrived in the switch to online learning, while finding innovative ways to pray, grow, and learn with each other. This may not have been the year that we all anticipated, but we can all agree that our students achieved so much this year, with grace and faith.
Parishioners are invited to decorate their cars for Fr. Ian's Farewell Parade! Sunday, June 28 at 11:00 a.m. Classic cars and motorcycles are especially welcome, as Fr. Ian is an enthusiast! Enter from Washington Blvd. to join the caravan that will ...
Holy Grounds has reopened starting the weekend of June 20! There will be a limited menu for the reopening weekend - Coffee and beverage service only. Urth's Caffe's signature food items will be added in the coming weeks – stay tuned for updates. Mas...
It is our custom to celebrate a Novena (nine days) of Masses on behalf of our Fathers, Grandfathers, and those who have been a father-figure to us. It is proper to remember those who have died and to honor our fathers and grandfathers who are still ...
Thank you so much for all those who came to stand with us and to show their support for an end to racial inequality #StillStMonica #NotinVain #IamWIthYou #belovedinthisplace My sisters and brothers— It's clear to all of us that there is great pain t...
WHAT IS REQUIRED OF US? In compliance with the Centers for Disease Control, Los Angeles County Department of Health and the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, we must… Hold services for no more than 100 persons (including clergy, hospitality/Eucharistic mi...
It is our custom to celebrate a Novena (nine days) of Masses on behalf of our Mothers, Grandmothers, and those who have been a mother to us. It is proper to remember those who have died and to honor our mothers and grandmothers who are still living....
O Lord, you have given me so much, please give me one thing more, a grateful heart - George Herbert We give thanks for the abundant blessings of God to our parish family at St. Monica in celebrating the 55 year Anniversary ( St. John's Seminary Clas...
A sense of community, connectedness, and solidarity are all vital to supporting each other through these challenging times. We offer the following list of restaurants and businesses owned by parishioners, parents, alumni and friends that are open an...